Senior Workforce Data Analyst - Agency Promotional Only

Location: Augusta,Maine,United States

Department of Labor - Center for Workforce Research and Information

Job Class Code: 0721
Grade: 24 (Professional & Technical)
Salary: $24.85 - $34.84 (Hourly)
Location: Augusta

Opening Date: November 8, 2024

Closing Date:  November 26, 2024

The Center for Workforce Research and Information (CWRI) manages the programs that provide the most important information on labor market conditions and trends in Maine. These programs inform the public about labor force and unemployment, and jobs and wages among industries and occupations, for the state and its areas.  This position coordinates our public delivery of information on the web, including creating and managing interactive data dashboards. Drupal is currently the primary website management tool, and business intelligence applications, including Tableau and Power BI, as well as spreadsheets and other documents, are primary data organization tools. Successful performance requires familiarity with building, editing, and managing applications; ensuring compliance with evolving accessibility standards; querying, and formatting data; documenting procedures and definitions; collaborating with partners on requirements and processes; and integration of data from multiple sources to respond to information requests. This position also supports production needs for some of our data production programs. 

Primary responsibilities include:  

• Manage website and client facing dashboards.
• Develop new data products.
• Determine methods for displaying visualizations.
• Ensure compliance with Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and other accessibility standards.
• Test for data quality and accuracy prior to public dissemination.
• Train other team members supporting our web operations.
• Document procedures and protocols.
• Demonstrate web resources to partners and other users.
• Respond to data requests with accurate information and context. This may include custom report programming.
• Classify employer Unemployment Insurance (UI) accounts by industry and area. This involves researching the nature of a business from public information or from direct contact.

Skills or knowledge required:

• Detail orientation for accuracy and consistency.
• Working independently and in teams.
• Aptitude for learning new skills.
• Ability to find and apply website best practices.  
• Diligence with documentation.
• Prioritizing tasks.
• Maintaining effective working relationships; fostering productive team dynamics.
• Validating and testing data for quality.
• Ability to present conclusions orally, in narrative, and through charts.
• Planning project work in coordination with stakeholders.
• Adherence to confidentiality requirements governing microdata.
• Understanding of statistical methods.
• Ability to discern larger context in patterns observed in data.

Minimum qualifications:

Intermediate to advanced education, training, and/or experience in data analysis, data collection, data production, labor statistics, economics, or another related field with demonstrated experience in a role working with data and providing mentorship. 

Preference will be given to those applicants:

With experience in Tableau, Power BI, Drupal or similar applications; SQL, R or related programming languages; project management; and incorporating accessibility standards in public facing resources.

Contact information:

Questions about this position should be directed to Mark.McInerney@maine.gov

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the "Apply for this opening" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and copies of any transcripts or certifications you wish to have considered while evaluating your application.  In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes month and year for any experience listed along with the duties and responsibilities associated with each particular time period.  Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such. 

If you require a paper application, please download and print one here https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/application-process or contact our office at 207-623-6700.  Paper applications for this posting should be submitted along with cover letter and resume before the closing date to Security & Employment Service Center, 45 Commerce Drive, Augusta, ME  04330 or faxed to 207-287-2018.  Be sure title of the job you are applying for is included.  Applications cannot be accepted after the posting closing date.  

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. 
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value). 
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.29% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) for MSEA, or 18.09% for Confidential employees. 

 

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

 

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

 

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. 

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. 

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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